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Bowers and Wilkins A5. $599

A fantastic sounding and looking Airplay speaker. Very easy to set up from an Ipod or Ipad (windows and mac aps can be found on the B&W website).

For its size, the A5 produces nice, clean highs, rich mids and packs a fair deep punch on the bass. We have found it works fantastically for a wide range of musical styles.  The A5 is practically the little brother of the highly regarded A7, which have been sold as quickly as they came in. The A5 is still highly reviewed in many Hi-Fi review websites and magazines. Multiple units could be used similarly to the Sonos System (last months product of the month), working through Airplay direct from your devices, instead of through app control. The A5 is compatible with music streaming apps through your Ipad or Iphone, such as Spotify, LastFM, Pandora and Mixcloud. The tweeters onboard the A5 are using technology derived from the B&W flagship Nautilus speaker. It is possible to plug a non Airplay fitted device to the 3,5mm socket on the back, so you could plug an MP3 player, or laptop to your A5 easily. Can be hardwired to a network via ethernet if needed.

The Bowers and Wilkins Zeppelin A5 will certainly fill the room with wireless audio, untainted by distortion. Bringing you Hi-Fi quality sound in a compact unit.

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Good afternoon all.

Christmas is the time for giving, and for receiving. Why not treat yourself to something this Christmas?

I apologize for not being able to keep up with the product of the week blog, there have been a few minor difficulties with the blog.

We all felt here that a product of the month would be more suitable, rather than of the week. It gives us time to better understand the product that we are promoting, to give you the best suggestions.

For this month, I am promoting the entire SONOS range. A wireless sound system that can be controlled from your smartphone, or your computer (pc or mac), where the source audio is stored on your computer, or through one of the many wireless music services available (such as Spotify, RDio, Bigpond Music etc). Alternatively, the Connect, Connect:Amp, and Play5 have all got a line in source. Furthermore, there is an Ipod dock available that wirelessly works with the Sonos System.

First off, You would need a home network. For the sonos system to work effectively, you will need a control device (any windows or mac laptop should do, as long as it is connected to the same network, or an Android or Apple mobile device connected via Wi-Fi.

You will also need to connect at least one of the Sonos products to the network via LAN. If it is too difficult to run an ethernet cable all the way to the closest device, you can use a Sonos Bridge to wirelessly transmit to the other Sonos devices, which then can retransmit the wireless signal to extend the range at which they can operate.
You only need one Sonos component to connect to the network for them all to work.

The Sonos Bridge is usually the first part of the setup, It can be tucked away out of sight nearby the internet connection. If you purchase the Sonos Play3 or Play5, you will recieve one of these free of charge, normally valued at $79. Only one free promo per customer.
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From there, Everything can be set up and used wirelessly (power cables excepted)

If you just wanted wireless speakers to play audio from, You will want to buy a Sonos Play3, or two to make a stereo pair. A pair of them work well together to create a quite impressive soundscape from an attractive, yet somewhat discrete unit. They can also be paired with the Sonos Sub to fill out the bottom end. Has an ethernet port so it can be the start of the Sonos system in the same way the Bridge does. If you purchase this product, you will recieve a Sonos Bridge, free of charge, valued at $79. Limited to one per customer.
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You could expand on the cababilities of the Play3, with the Play5. A larger, more powerful wireless speaker that also can be paired into stereo with 2 of these units. It has 2 mid drivers, 2 tweeter drivers and a small woofer to fill out the bass when used on its own. Has an ethernet port so it can be the start of the Sonos system in the same way the Bridge does. If you purchase this product, you will recieve a Sonos Bridge, free of charge, valued at $79. Limited to one per customer.
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The Connect is like a source for your Hi-Fi system. It has analog and digital out to plug directly to your amp/preamp/whatever your setup consists of. It is a neat little unit that brings all of your audio streaming to your main setup. Has an ethernet port so it can be the start of the Sonos system in the same way the Bridge does.
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The Connect:AMP works in a similar way to the Connect, except it has an onboard Class D amplifier. With this, just wire up your choice of speakers, and Subwoofer if you wish, and it can be an entirely independant system. Once again, this has the networking capabilities of the other Sonos products. Sounds phenomenal when wired to a pair of quality speakers.
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The Sonos Sub employs innovative design and style to pad out the bottom end of a stereo pair of Play3's or Play5's. They wont work as a seperate speaker on their own, but as part of a group, they make impressive sound from the other Sonos products turn to something that just Wows you. This sub gives Deep and Accurate bass that certainly brings your music to life.
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Friends coming over? They have music on their Ipod/Iphone they would like you to hear?  Or do you have an Ipod version that doesnt have WiFi? Then this is your solution. Plug and play, A great gift idea,
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If you would like to purchase any of these wonderful Sonos products, please give us a call, and we will organize the products you would like for you.

Good morning all.

This week we will be starting a "Product of the Week" offer. Each week, a new product will be listed, showcasing its best points, how well it performs, looks, ease of use, compatibility, build quality, etc.

Keep watching this space!

We are proud to showcase a number of winning products from the Australian Sound and Images awards 2013.  Among the many products up for nomination, a number of products we stock came out on top.

Cambridge Audio StreamMagic 6

Denon AVR 1713 Home Theatre Receiver

Denon AVR 3313 Home Theatre Receiver

Jamo C605 Speakers

KEF LS50 Monitor Speakers

Marantz PMKI Pearl Lite Stereo Amplifier

Marantz NA1603 Home Theatre Receiver

So, if you are after products that have been given the industry's very big tick of approval, hesitate no further and get one NOW!!!

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With the monumental increase in popularity of headphones, mainly due to the vast array of portable music player, most notably iPod and iPhones, the range of headphones, earphones and related accessories can be truly mind-boggling.

With products ranging from earphones valued at $15 (cheap & nasty), all the way up to reference audiophile headphones valued in excess of $1500 (crème de la crème), there is a product designed to suit every listener and budget. While not every consumer wants to spend a fortune on headphones, there are plenty of models with good performance at a reasonable price.

Here we will try to de-mystify the products and give you the know-how to make an informed decision when purchasing your next pair of headphones.

With the proliferation of high quality music devices that deliver CD like sound quality, finding a pair of earphones that deliver the most from your music source can be a challenge.  This is where professional audio company Shure has aimed it's ES535 earphones.  Initially designed for on-stage performers who required accurate monitoring of their performances, pushing high sound pressure levels to overcome the volumes experienced in a live performance with a high degree of accuracy.

The Shure ES535 utilises  three high definition micro drivers (1 tweeter and 2 bass drivers) for amazingly deep and rich bass and accurate, smooth midrange and high end reproduction.  The earphones come with a number of sound isolating inserts for the ears that block out exterior noises and sounds (be careful with that traffic!!!) with a volume control that can be fit if needed.  The earphones are supplied with a high quality detachable Kevlar™ cable that is abuse resistant, fitted with a gold plated connector that allows 360 degree rotation for a nice, comfortable fit.

The sound isolation inserts are arguably better than 'noise cancelling' headphones for practical everyday purposes, as they are ALOT smaller than noise cancelling products, they do not need a battery to operate, and most noise cancelling products target a specific frequency range, such as the low frequency engine drone heard on airplanes.  The noise isolating inserts offer a remarkable reduction in outside noise, up to 30dB in some cases.

The ES535 are available in clear and metallic bronze finish.  The clear finish was originally designed for stage performers to make the earphones as discreet as possible.  They are also a great way to show off the quality of your earphones to your friends. (and to make them jealous of course!)

The highly regarded earphones really do set a new benchmark for portable earphones and are a must if you really value your sound on the move.  To hear what others have said about the magnificent Shure SE535 Earphones, CLICK HERE (and then click on the reviews tab) to read some more great reviews.

Denon has release a great resource for Denon networking products.

CLICK HERE to view their interactive e-book.

Airline travel can be difficult at the best of times.  Screaming children, the constant drone of the engine and passengers can be enough to give anyone a case of 'air rage'.  What if you could all but eliminate these factors?  Wouldn't that take the stress out of long haul flights and make travel that little bit more bearable?  The Bose® Quiet Comfort® headphones does just that!

Designed with audio quality and comfort in mind, these fantastic headphones more accurately reproduces music and audio tracks that can be found on in-flight entertainment and your portable audio devices.  They are equiped with noise cancelling circuitry that works by using tiny microphones which are built into the headphone that listens to the noises around you and products a counter soundwave to reduce the ambient noises considerably.

Due to worldwide pricing restructuring, our pricing in Australia now more closely mimics US pricing, making these great sounding headphones even more attractive.

We have stocks of the QC15 and QC3 available now at reduced prices.

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We are now carrying the full range of Sonos product at Apollo HiFi, with every audio component & powered speaker you could possibly need for distributing high quality, easily accessible music throughout your home.

Sonos streaming gives you access to all your digital audio media at home, including music from any networked Mac or PC while supporting almost any audio format. Subscription services such as: Last FM, Pandora, Songl and Rdio are also available, giving you more music at your fingertips than you could ever find the time to listen to...

Save from 15% off audio components from Denon, Cambridge Audio and Marantz.  Some products are reduced even further, but there are some exceptions...

To see our specials, just scroll through our products, and discounted products are marked with a sale sticker!

Happy shopping!

Grab yourself a pair of great sounding headphones, and get a FREE download of Tony Bennetts highly anticipated Duets II album.  Great value at $175 (RRP $199)

* iPhone not included.

The new Bose® Soundlink® Wireless Mobile speaker is the latest offering from Bose® to compliment their already impressive mobile audio range.  This unit is available with either silver with a brown leather cover or a stylish grey with a black/grey nylon cover.

We have recently traded in a seriously high performance Thorens TD850 turntable.  This unit is fitted with a SME 309 tonearm , Dynavector DV20X moving coil catridge, Origin Audio 200 motor with regulated power supply on a customised base designed to isolate vibrations and acoustic feedback.

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We are happy to announce that we have just slashed the price of the Marantz ER803 'Melody Movie' Blu-Ray player/Receiver.   Retailing at $1999, this little Marantz beauty is now available for $1399.

Available in beautiful gloss white, this little system from Denon is truely a reamarkable system.  This system has just about everything except the kitchen sink included.

Featuring features such as iPod/iPhone dock, internet radio, network streaming, iPod/iPhone remote compatability, Apple Airplay built in, CD player that also plays MP3 or WMA files, AM/FM radio, USB input, digital optical in, ethernet cable and WiFi connectivity, 3.5mm analogue in for other portable devices, subwoofer output and more.

If you could simply take one of your favourite CDs, put it through a machine, and improve the sound quality - that would be lovely, right?

Skeptical? Coming from an engineering background my approach has always been skeptical. If I can't understand or explain on principle how something should perform better, then I'm dubious about any perceived benefits. "It just works better" is not a scientific justification, but then blind testing is the final way to discern between 'placebo' improvements and real, consistent improvements confirmed by multiple sets of ears.

One of our favourite older models from JBL, from the hugely successful but sadly discontinued Studio series, is the slimline L820 speakers...  and they're back! For a short time only the last remaining L820's are on display at Apollo, in both Cherry and Black, and boy do they sound good for a slim speaker. Forget handsize satellite speakers - these L820 give the performance of a bookshelf speaker but sit only 5 inches deep, are a true 3 way design, and comfortably go down to an impressive 55Hz.

Continuing on Bose's® commitment to minature audio, Bose® have just released their latest addition to their personal multimedia range, the Bose® Companion® 20 speaker system.

With a minimalistic approach in mind, Bose® has yet again delivered a superb product for the space conscious consumer.  Designed for improving the sound of your desktop computer or laptop, the Companion®20 uses Bose's® patented technology to deliver big sound from a sleek package. 

This speaker system is Bose® best 2 piece speaker system designed for desktop use, and includes the sleek control pod that is also available on the Bose® Companion 3 and 5 systems.  This pod allows the volume to be adjusted, as well as giving access for heaphone and another audio source with a 3.5mm jack.

We are now accepting online payments (through Pay Pal)  There is no extra charge for this service.

Add some colour to your life with Triangle Colour speakers.  Available in gloss black, gloss white and gloss red, this french designed and manufactured speaker range sounds impressive without breaking the bank. 

Radio manufacturer Sangean has really delivered all you could want in a table top network radio.  The unit is presented in a stylish gloss black finish with a touch panel for easy control.

One of the recently featured “Staff Pick” items at Apollo is the Cambridge Audio DacMagic (digital to analogue converter). DAC’s are..

The new Denon range has arrived and they are getting cheaper and better. 

The first product to be released in the 2011/12 range in the Denon AVR1312 Home Theatre Receiver. 

Projection seems to be the scene where 3D viewing is really set to take off, which anyone who has enjoyed a 3D Imax experience will attest to. 
Now you can finally enjoy the same type of experience at home in your living room! The JVC DLAX3 projector is a high performance, versatile, 3D projector that will set you back less than $5000.

Continuing their range of iPod® accessories, Cambridge Audio have released the iD100 iPad®/iPod® docks. Slightly larger than the previous iD10 and iD50 docks, the iD100 are specially designed to cater for the new Apple iPad®.

Upgrade your network ready components with Apple AirPlay® and unleash your music from your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.

The new Elac 310ce compact bookshelf speakers have just arrived at Apollo HiFi, with sonic performance and soundstaging that has to be heard to be believed!
You won’t believe your ears!

The latest brand added to Apollo Hi Fi ‘s impressive range have been generating lots of interest, with great performance at reasonable pricing.

The Audiolab products have lovely clean styling & appearance, have impressive DAC features in the award winning 8200CD as well as some quite unique products including the 8200Q (CD player/DAC/pre-amp!), for an audiophile alternative to the ‘single-box’ solution to home HiFi.

Bose have just released the next development in their highly successful in-ear earphones; the Bose IE2

Luxsound  has just released an  ingenious new product.  A wireless speaker that is integrated into an Edison screw fit LED light bulb.

Marantz have just released a scaled down version of the magnificent KI Pearl series, making the famous KI Pearl quality much more affordable to the average consumer.

The Jamo R907?s are indeed a marvellous piece of audio engineering.  They are an aesthetically pleasing sleek, modern design with  an open baffle design, that eliminated the need for the speaker cabinet altogether.  They are the result of development and refinement of the Jamo flagship R909 Speakers.  Standing at just under 1.2m and weighing 52.5kg they are an impressive feature in any room.

We have just taken delivery of the new JBL WEM1 2.4GHz wireless expansion module for speakers. This is a handy device that allows the conversion of any speaker signal (powered or ‘line-level’) for wireless distribution within the house, important when running wires is not possible, practical or attractive.  This allows for ‘wireless’ rear or second (or third) area The wireless signal is converted with a receiver, which supplies upto 50W RMS to the connected pair of speakers.

Zeppelin Mini is the new addition to the Zeppelin family of speakers for your iPod® or iPhone™. It gives you everything you love about Zeppelin – incredible sound, intelligent design, elegant connectivity – in a streamlined, compact package that’s perfect for desktops and bedside tables. Because even when your space is limited, it doesn’t mean your sound has to be.

Since 1973 Castle has been a loudspeaker manufacturer in the truest possible sense with both design and manufacture of their world famous speakers housed entirely in one factory. Castle is rare amongst loudspeaker manufacturers in that they not only manufacture the drive units and electronic components found in their speakers but also the beautifully hand crafted real wood veneered cabinets used to enclose them.